In its continued pursuit of excellence, the Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) welcomed the accrediting team from the Association of Christian Schools, Colleges, and Universities-Accrediting Council, Inc. (ACSCU-ACI) for a resurvey visit on October 7-11, 2024, ensuring that its programs and services meet the standards of quality in Christian education. 

The visiting ACSCU-ACI team is set to evaluate the following graduate programs: Master of Arts in Psychology, Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology, Doctor in Public Health, and Master in Public Health. They will also assess the following undergraduate programs: Education (BSEd, BEEd), Psychology, Development Communication, and Accounting Information System. 

The members of the ACSCU-ASI visiting team are as follows: 

Master of Arts in Psychology, Doctor of Philosophy In Psychology, Doctor in Public Health and Master in Public Health Programs

1. Dr. Eunice D. Mercado, (ACSCU-ACI) – Overall Coordinator – Goals/Purposes and Objectives, Research and Organization and Administration (all programs) 
2. Dr. Lita S. Sagun, (APCAS) – Master of Arts in Psychology and PhD. In Psychology: – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction 
3. Dr. Evalyn E. Abalos, (SU) – Doctor in Public Health and Master in Public
   Health: – Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction 
4. Dr. Emilie E. Tangonan, (ACSCU ACI) – Students, Resources, Social
   Orientation and Community Involvement (all programs) 
5. Dr. Rosalina G. Dinoy, (SU) – Library (all programs) 

Education (BSEd,BEEd), Psychology, Development Communication and Accounting Information System Programs 

1. Dr. Jonathan P. Leal, (FCU) – Overall Coordinator – Purposes and Objectives, Organization and Administration 
2. Dr. Diana Lee Tracy K. Chan, (PUP) – Education (BSEd, BEEd): Faculty, Instruction, Laboratories 
3. Dr. Marietta B. Agustin, (WUP) – Psychology: Faculty, Instruction, Laboratories 
4. Prof. Emmanuel John R. Pangan, (WUP) – Development
   Communication: Faculty, Instruction, Laboratories 
5. Prof. Ken Gie Anthony G. Cruel, (HCC) – Accounting Information
   System: Faculty, Instruction, Laboratories 
6. Dr. Nathanael F. Perona, (ACSCU ACI) – College programs: Student Personnel Services, Social Orientation and Community Involvement, Physical Plant and Facilities 
7. Dr. Rosalina G. Dinoy, (SU) – Library (all programs) 
   

Activities During the Visit 

The five-day visit involved a range of activities designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of the University’s academic and administrative operations. On October 8-10, the accrediting team embarked on a campus tour and visited the University’s adopted barangay. They engaged in dialogues with faculty, staff, students, and alumni, as well as discussions with AUP administrators, college deans, and department chairs. The team also reviewed exhibits, observed classroom sessions, and participated in reflection, review, and reaffirmation activities. 

Exit Reports of Gratitude and Reflection 

The ACSCU-ACI representatives expressed their appreciation for the University’s hospitality and commitment to quality education. “Let us get the bond together. Let us continue the mutual friendship and a kind of culture that we will understand each other. Let us glorify the Lord for this accomplishment,” Dr. Jonathan P. Leal, overall coordinator for undergraduate programs, highlighted the positive experience of assistance and collaboration. 

“The accreditation period brought new insights and avenues for future success and improvements. You will surely get the accreditation level you aspire for, as we will recommend to ACSCU-ACI because of your tremendous effort and dedication,” Dr. Eunice Mercado, overall coordinator for graduate programs, expressed. “You are almost there,” she congratulated the academic team of the University.  

In response, Dr. Arceli Rosario, the AUP president, emphasized that “the best thing we can see is when we see lives transformed at AUP. This is not just about accreditation, but about continuing a purposeful journey together. We share a passion for Christian education, training young people for this life and the life to come.” Dr. Rosario also emphasized ideals of academic growth in the mission. “We do not stop growing. We strive to become better than who we are now. This is only the beginning of our encounters. We are one in our mission to really serve our sister schools. Yes, we are sisters, and we want that all of us continue to grow.” 

On behalf of the University, “thank you for looking into our University with eyes of love and the desire to help AUP become what God has designed it to be,” Dr. Rosario expressed her gratitude to the accrediting team, noting the importance of collaboration. “We are grateful that our paths have crossed, and we cherish the mutual friendship and shared mission that has been established.” 

As the ACSCU-ACI team departs, the University looks forward to the results of the resurvey, marking the ongoing pursuit of academic excellence, Christ-like character, and exemplary service. The visit marks not an end, but a new chapter in the University’s journey towards academic distinction and service to the community.